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Garment

UK //ˈɡɑːmənt// US //ˈɡɑːrmənt// Pronunciation

Definition

A piece of clothing, especially one that is worn.

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In simple words: A piece of clothing.

Examples

• The designer created a new garment for the fashion show.
• She picked out a beautiful garment that matched her style.
• Each garment was made with high-quality materials.
• The store specializes in eco-friendly garments.
• He donated a garment to the charity for those in need.

Usage notes

Use 'garment' in formal contexts like fashion or retail discussions. In casual conversations, 'clothes' or 'outfit' are more common.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'garment' – think of a 'garden' of clothes.

Collocations

• wear a garment
• fashion garment
• garment factory
• garment industry
• high-quality garment

Synonyms

• clothing
• attire
• apparel
• outfit
• wear

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'garment' vs 'apparel' - 'garment' refers to an individual item, while 'apparel' is broader.
• Using 'garment' to refer to non-clothing items, which can be incorrect.
• Not distinguishing between 'garment' and 'clothing', which can lead to redundancy.